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August is for Butterfly Bush Maidenhair Fern and Gray Tree frogs
Butterfly Bush
Butterfly bush Buddleia davidii generally has very fragrant flower clusters that attract large numbers of pollinators and hummingbirds There are many varieties to choose from in various heights colors of foliage and flowers and size of blooms
Butterfly bush
Northern Maidenhair fern Adiantum pedatum is a native fern which thrives in woods and gardens with shade and rich well-drained soils Characteristic habit of arching fronds with a circular pattern is a key feature of this fern
Maidenhair fern
Gray Tree Frogs
Hyla versicolor the gray tree frog is native here in the Northeast and for its small size it has a very loud voice Only two inches long at maturity this frog may stick to the siding of houses where lights are left on at night for easy insect hunting
Gray tree frogs
Connecticut Residents Asked to Report Receipt of any Unsolicited Packages of Seeds
Ct DoAg and CAES officials are asking anyone who receives an unsolicited bag of seeds to immediately contact their state plant
regulatory officials Dr Kirby Stafford at 203-974-8485 or kirbystaffordctgov or Dr Victoria Smith at 203-974-8474 or
victoriasmithctgov
Anyone with seeds is asked to hold onto them and the packaging until given further instructions
CAES Seed Warning
Vegetable Pest Alert
Read the latest pest report on vegetables from Shuresh Ghimire UConn Extension vegetable specialist
UConn Vegetable Pest Alert
Insect Highlight -
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Great golden digger wasps Sphex ichneumoneus are 1 inch long with a reddish orange abdomenand reddish orange legs and are commonly found on flowers especially where soils are sandy This docile solitary wasp seldom harms people Photo- Gary Alpert Bugwoodorg
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Plant Highlights- Clethra Alnifolia and Tall Garden Phlox
Both of these plants attract a multitude of pollinators Clethra bottom photo is a native shrub good for moist areas and is very fragrant
Clethra alnifolia
Tall garden phlox
Shop Local Connecticut Farmers and Farm Markets
Connecticut State Government ndash site that includes listings of where to get produce and meat from local farmers
CitySeed ndash organizations that are operating an outdoor pre-order farmers market in New Haven
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut ndash map and directory of farms farmers markets and farm stands
Planning on Canning Freezing Food in Your Future
Check out UConn Extension Food Safety food preservation resourse list for all the accurate information you will need to can freeze or dry the garden bounty
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Butterfly Bush
Butterfly bush Buddleia davidii generally has very fragrant flower clusters that attract large numbers of pollinators and hummingbirds There are many varieties to choose from in various heights colors of foliage and flowers and size of blooms
Butterfly bush
Northern Maidenhair fern Adiantum pedatum is a native fern which thrives in woods and gardens with shade and rich well-drained soils Characteristic habit of arching fronds with a circular pattern is a key feature of this fern
Maidenhair fern
Gray Tree Frogs
Hyla versicolor the gray tree frog is native here in the Northeast and for its small size it has a very loud voice Only two inches long at maturity this frog may stick to the siding of houses where lights are left on at night for easy insect hunting
Gray tree frogs
Connecticut Residents Asked to Report Receipt of any Unsolicited Packages of Seeds
Ct DoAg and CAES officials are asking anyone who receives an unsolicited bag of seeds to immediately contact their state plant
regulatory officials Dr Kirby Stafford at 203-974-8485 or kirbystaffordctgov or Dr Victoria Smith at 203-974-8474 or
victoriasmithctgov
Anyone with seeds is asked to hold onto them and the packaging until given further instructions
CAES Seed Warning
Vegetable Pest Alert
Read the latest pest report on vegetables from Shuresh Ghimire UConn Extension vegetable specialist
UConn Vegetable Pest Alert
Insect Highlight -
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Great golden digger wasps Sphex ichneumoneus are 1 inch long with a reddish orange abdomenand reddish orange legs and are commonly found on flowers especially where soils are sandy This docile solitary wasp seldom harms people Photo- Gary Alpert Bugwoodorg
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Plant Highlights- Clethra Alnifolia and Tall Garden Phlox
Both of these plants attract a multitude of pollinators Clethra bottom photo is a native shrub good for moist areas and is very fragrant
Clethra alnifolia
Tall garden phlox
Shop Local Connecticut Farmers and Farm Markets
Connecticut State Government ndash site that includes listings of where to get produce and meat from local farmers
CitySeed ndash organizations that are operating an outdoor pre-order farmers market in New Haven
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut ndash map and directory of farms farmers markets and farm stands
Planning on Canning Freezing Food in Your Future
Check out UConn Extension Food Safety food preservation resourse list for all the accurate information you will need to can freeze or dry the garden bounty
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Northern Maidenhair fern Adiantum pedatum is a native fern which thrives in woods and gardens with shade and rich well-drained soils Characteristic habit of arching fronds with a circular pattern is a key feature of this fern
Maidenhair fern
Gray Tree Frogs
Hyla versicolor the gray tree frog is native here in the Northeast and for its small size it has a very loud voice Only two inches long at maturity this frog may stick to the siding of houses where lights are left on at night for easy insect hunting
Gray tree frogs
Connecticut Residents Asked to Report Receipt of any Unsolicited Packages of Seeds
Ct DoAg and CAES officials are asking anyone who receives an unsolicited bag of seeds to immediately contact their state plant
regulatory officials Dr Kirby Stafford at 203-974-8485 or kirbystaffordctgov or Dr Victoria Smith at 203-974-8474 or
victoriasmithctgov
Anyone with seeds is asked to hold onto them and the packaging until given further instructions
CAES Seed Warning
Vegetable Pest Alert
Read the latest pest report on vegetables from Shuresh Ghimire UConn Extension vegetable specialist
UConn Vegetable Pest Alert
Insect Highlight -
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Great golden digger wasps Sphex ichneumoneus are 1 inch long with a reddish orange abdomenand reddish orange legs and are commonly found on flowers especially where soils are sandy This docile solitary wasp seldom harms people Photo- Gary Alpert Bugwoodorg
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Plant Highlights- Clethra Alnifolia and Tall Garden Phlox
Both of these plants attract a multitude of pollinators Clethra bottom photo is a native shrub good for moist areas and is very fragrant
Clethra alnifolia
Tall garden phlox
Shop Local Connecticut Farmers and Farm Markets
Connecticut State Government ndash site that includes listings of where to get produce and meat from local farmers
CitySeed ndash organizations that are operating an outdoor pre-order farmers market in New Haven
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut ndash map and directory of farms farmers markets and farm stands
Planning on Canning Freezing Food in Your Future
Check out UConn Extension Food Safety food preservation resourse list for all the accurate information you will need to can freeze or dry the garden bounty
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Hyla versicolor the gray tree frog is native here in the Northeast and for its small size it has a very loud voice Only two inches long at maturity this frog may stick to the siding of houses where lights are left on at night for easy insect hunting
Gray tree frogs
Connecticut Residents Asked to Report Receipt of any Unsolicited Packages of Seeds
Ct DoAg and CAES officials are asking anyone who receives an unsolicited bag of seeds to immediately contact their state plant
regulatory officials Dr Kirby Stafford at 203-974-8485 or kirbystaffordctgov or Dr Victoria Smith at 203-974-8474 or
victoriasmithctgov
Anyone with seeds is asked to hold onto them and the packaging until given further instructions
CAES Seed Warning
Vegetable Pest Alert
Read the latest pest report on vegetables from Shuresh Ghimire UConn Extension vegetable specialist
UConn Vegetable Pest Alert
Insect Highlight -
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Great golden digger wasps Sphex ichneumoneus are 1 inch long with a reddish orange abdomenand reddish orange legs and are commonly found on flowers especially where soils are sandy This docile solitary wasp seldom harms people Photo- Gary Alpert Bugwoodorg
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Plant Highlights- Clethra Alnifolia and Tall Garden Phlox
Both of these plants attract a multitude of pollinators Clethra bottom photo is a native shrub good for moist areas and is very fragrant
Clethra alnifolia
Tall garden phlox
Shop Local Connecticut Farmers and Farm Markets
Connecticut State Government ndash site that includes listings of where to get produce and meat from local farmers
CitySeed ndash organizations that are operating an outdoor pre-order farmers market in New Haven
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut ndash map and directory of farms farmers markets and farm stands
Planning on Canning Freezing Food in Your Future
Check out UConn Extension Food Safety food preservation resourse list for all the accurate information you will need to can freeze or dry the garden bounty
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
CAES Seed Warning
Vegetable Pest Alert
Read the latest pest report on vegetables from Shuresh Ghimire UConn Extension vegetable specialist
UConn Vegetable Pest Alert
Insect Highlight -
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Great golden digger wasps Sphex ichneumoneus are 1 inch long with a reddish orange abdomenand reddish orange legs and are commonly found on flowers especially where soils are sandy This docile solitary wasp seldom harms people Photo- Gary Alpert Bugwoodorg
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Plant Highlights- Clethra Alnifolia and Tall Garden Phlox
Both of these plants attract a multitude of pollinators Clethra bottom photo is a native shrub good for moist areas and is very fragrant
Clethra alnifolia
Tall garden phlox
Shop Local Connecticut Farmers and Farm Markets
Connecticut State Government ndash site that includes listings of where to get produce and meat from local farmers
CitySeed ndash organizations that are operating an outdoor pre-order farmers market in New Haven
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut ndash map and directory of farms farmers markets and farm stands
Planning on Canning Freezing Food in Your Future
Check out UConn Extension Food Safety food preservation resourse list for all the accurate information you will need to can freeze or dry the garden bounty
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Great golden digger wasps Sphex ichneumoneus are 1 inch long with a reddish orange abdomenand reddish orange legs and are commonly found on flowers especially where soils are sandy This docile solitary wasp seldom harms people Photo- Gary Alpert Bugwoodorg
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Plant Highlights- Clethra Alnifolia and Tall Garden Phlox
Both of these plants attract a multitude of pollinators Clethra bottom photo is a native shrub good for moist areas and is very fragrant
Clethra alnifolia
Tall garden phlox
Shop Local Connecticut Farmers and Farm Markets
Connecticut State Government ndash site that includes listings of where to get produce and meat from local farmers
CitySeed ndash organizations that are operating an outdoor pre-order farmers market in New Haven
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut ndash map and directory of farms farmers markets and farm stands
Planning on Canning Freezing Food in Your Future
Check out UConn Extension Food Safety food preservation resourse list for all the accurate information you will need to can freeze or dry the garden bounty
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Both of these plants attract a multitude of pollinators Clethra bottom photo is a native shrub good for moist areas and is very fragrant
Clethra alnifolia
Tall garden phlox
Shop Local Connecticut Farmers and Farm Markets
Connecticut State Government ndash site that includes listings of where to get produce and meat from local farmers
CitySeed ndash organizations that are operating an outdoor pre-order farmers market in New Haven
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut ndash map and directory of farms farmers markets and farm stands
Planning on Canning Freezing Food in Your Future
Check out UConn Extension Food Safety food preservation resourse list for all the accurate information you will need to can freeze or dry the garden bounty
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Shop Local Connecticut Farmers and Farm Markets
Connecticut State Government ndash site that includes listings of where to get produce and meat from local farmers
CitySeed ndash organizations that are operating an outdoor pre-order farmers market in New Haven
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut ndash map and directory of farms farmers markets and farm stands
Planning on Canning Freezing Food in Your Future
Check out UConn Extension Food Safety food preservation resourse list for all the accurate information you will need to can freeze or dry the garden bounty
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
UConn Extension Food Safety Food Preservation Resources
10 Rules for Safe Canning
Oxalis
Commonly known as yellow wood sorrel the Oxalis plant (Oxalis stricta) hits its stride during summer As both an annual and perennial weed it is not very particular where it grows and can be found in lawns perennial beds under bushes among ground covers ndash anywhere there is an open space in any type of soil Its clover- like appearance and subtle green color provide the camouflage it needs to escape the weeding hand Each oxalis plant can produce multiple 5-petaled yellow flowers that produce cylindrical seed pods containing 10-15 seeds which are explosively expelled when the pod ripens The seeds have no dormant period so they germinate quickly and spread willy-nilly throughout an area Hand pulling is effective despite a tap root that allows the plant to grow up to a foot long if left to mature Pulling the plant before it flowers discourages multiple copies of the plant from becoming established throughout an area
Wood sorrel
UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
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Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
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If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
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Unsubscribe
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UConn Extension Vegetable Resource Page
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON- Read our latest Ladybug blogs
Powdery Mildew a Perennial Problem that I Donrsquot Usually Mind
Some Hydrangeas Make Me Happy
Battling Beetles
Encountering Nature in the Home Landscape
Sign up to receive our blogs by e-mail
Gardening Tips for August
Fertilize container plantings and hanging baskets if they look yellow with a frac12 strength
dose of a balanced liquid fertilizer
Continue to deadhead annuals and perennials to encourage continuous bloom
Pick summer squash and zucchini every day or two to keep the plants producing
The best time to gather herbs and flowers for drying and preserving is during the mid-
morning hours just after the dew has dried but before the sun causes them to wilt Tie herbs
in clusters with the stems attached and hang upside down to dry or dry in the microwave
Scout for C-shaped notches on the edges of the leaves of your perennials such as dahlias
roses basil or coleus that are caused by Asiatic beetle feeding
Stop pruning evergreen trees and shrubs to avoid promoting new growth that may not
harden off before first frost
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
For a more extensive list of tips visit Gardening Tips for August
Have Your Soil Tested for Macro- amp Micro Nutrients
Send your soil sample in for testing now For details on submitting a sample go to UConn Soil and Nutrient Laboratory
Photo by dmp UConn
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
Look for these
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Powdery Mildew
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Asiatic Garden Beetle
Tobacco budworms eat flowers and flower buds of many plants including petunias some geraniums and Calibrachoa To avoid harming bees hand pick caterpillars when found or use Bt Kurstaki which targets only caterpillars
Tobacco Budworm
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Woodchucks
Click on the Following Links to Visit Any of Our Sites
COVID-19 Resources from UConn Extension
UConn Extension
UConn Food Safety
UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory
UConn Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory
UConn Science of GMOs
UConn Master Gardener Program
UConn Garden Master Classes - All open to the public
Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group (CIPWG)
Invasive Mobile Apps Download these InvasiveEarly Detection Reporting Apps on your mobile device
Invasive Mobile Apps
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
Events and Things to Do
Compost Conference Webinar Series-The CT Compost Conference scheduled for March 2020 which had been postponed has been restructured into a series of 5 free webinars
International Year of Plant Health- The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health
CT DEEP Connecticutrsquos system of state parks and forests state boat launches and waterways offer fabulous outdoor recreation
Connecticut College consider walking on some of the trails on the Connecticut College campus- the Arboretums native plant collection is open now They have a wonderful native spring wildflower section
Wickham Park- located on the border of Manchester and East Hartford this park has many unique gardens including one with a pond containing lotus
Harkness Park- located in Waterford expansive grounds and coastline offer opportunities to tour the gardens have a picnic and go fishing
Milford PointWheeler Marsh- Wheeler Marsh and Milford Point are one of the healthiest remaining tidal marshbarrier beach systems in Connecticut and as such host several uncommon plant species
Dig for Victory-Dig for Victory 2020 is a non-profit organization bringing people together to focus on something we can control (maybe) ndash our gardens
Florence Griswold Museum- visit the Artistsrsquo Trail a half-mile walk around the Museumrsquos riverfront landscape and gardens
FOOD FOR THOUGHT-
Learn the science behind why slicing onions make some people cry According to the National Onion Association chilling the onion and
cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
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Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
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How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
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cutting the root end last reduces the problem
Everyday mysteries-onions
CLIMATE CORNER-
The science behind red skies- Is the old adage Red sky at night sailors delight Red sky in morning sailors warning true or is it just an old wives tale See this Library of Congress Everyday Mysteries question answered
The science behind red skies
WHO KNEW
The smell of freshly-cut grass is actually a plant distress call caused by the release of a carbon-based compound called a green leaf volatile or GLV Most plants produce GLVs and will release these molecules in response to damage from insects pathogens or mechanical forces mdash like a lawn mower The aroma attracts predatory insects that help control insect pests
SOS signal of plants
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center
The UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (HGEC) is a horticultural informational resource for the citizens of Connecticut and beyond The staff at the Center reach nearly 400000 citizens in outreach efforts each year Wersquore ready to assist you
You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative abilities of our
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
We Need Your Support
If you enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and UConn-related items please show your support by liking us on Facebook following us on Pinterest or Instagram checking out our weekly Ladybug blog or visiting the Home amp Garden Education center website
Bee Well
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
UConn Extension Home amp Garden Education Center We are on a collaborative journey
How We co-create knowledge with farmers families communities and businesses We educate We convene groups to help solve problems
What Food Health and Sustainability
Join us
Copyright copy 2020 UConn Extension all rights reserved UConn Extension is an affirmative actionequal opportunity employer and program provider
Unsubscribe
UConn Extension 1376 Storrs Road Unit 4134 Storrs Connecticut 06269 United States (860) 486-9228
